Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview

tryfuhl · 12-09-2009, 12:31 AM

This came from yesterday, so things like Suisham are already known.

You have to be able to count on your kicker, you don't know if you're going to get the TD running or passing so you have to count on the FG scoring points.. "If he can't make the kick, then the problem is, you need to get another kicker.."
Big game for DT, thinks that DT is recognizing his potential, needs to continue working hard so that he can play smarter, same with Davis
Jason is trusting that the 3 young pass catchers should be where they're supposed to and be able to catch it
Replacing Sellers in the gameplan may not be an issue, Jonathan Evans isn't ready, instead of just putting someone out there, maybe just a singleback/3 wr type set will give us a better chance to win, we have Yoder and Larenzo to do TE type duties
Line did a good job last week and they should do the same this week
Good possibility to start Ganther -- Who the better run is should get it, Ganther finishes runs off a bit better, it's about what he's doing, not about what Rock isn't and that you've got to do what will give the team the best chance to win. (I've seen the quote "It isn't about what Rock wants" thrown around a bit, it was in response to the question about Rock having been here for awhile and finally getting the chance). Quinton may get the 10-13 runs and Rock get the 8 or so rather than the other way around

This is coming from the Sherman Smith sitdown with KJ part 2 in the video center playlist.

CSN Washington: Washington Redskins - Clinton Portis, Jason Campbell, Chris Cooley

perez24 · 12-09-2009, 06:54 AM

I wish Cartwright had had a better game but Ganther looked good out there.

Why doesn't Yoder play more?

tryfuhl · 12-09-2009, 07:30 AM

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Originally Posted by perez24

I wish Cartwright had had a better game but Ganther looked good out there.

Why doesn't Yoder play more?

Not doing a lot with 2 TE sets right now. We may see him more though for blocking coming up.

SolidSnake84 · 12-09-2009, 08:07 AM

Cartwright just hasn't had the chance in the time he's been here....If he got the chance more often i guarantee he'd up his game.

44Deezel · 12-10-2009, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

Cartwright just hasn't had the chance in the time he's been here....If he got the chance more often i guarantee he'd up his game.

Most teams platoon their backfield and get plenty of production from their backs, regardless of how many carries they give them. RBs need to produce whether they get 1 or 30 carries. That's the reality these days. The rhythm argument is bogus. It's the same excuse Campbell used when he was struggling earlier in the year.

Longtimefan · 12-09-2009, 08:31 AM

A need position at this point with both Portis and Betts on IR. Ganther getting more touches will also enable us to see if we have anything there future wise. He played well with limited chances against NO.

The Rock is always going to be solid, but with limitations. I expect Ganther, Rock and Mason to continue sharing the load as they did on Sunday.

SolidSnake84 · 12-09-2009, 09:15 AM

That being said, i wonder if the skins will use a draft pick on a RB, or will they just go the way of trying to fill holes through free agency...

Chico23231 · 12-09-2009, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

That being said, i wonder if the skins will use a draft pick on a RB, or will they just go the way of trying to fill holes through free agency...

I think spending one of our first two draft picks on a RB would be ideal (the other draft pick obviously on Oline). I like Spiller or the guy from Ole Miss...similiar type of players, not 30+ carries, pound the rock guys but more of the change of pace backs with high, big play potential. I think pairing one these guys with either Betts or Portis (I think Portis probably done) would make a nice combo. Another plus is both these guys have kick/punter return capibilities. I really think we lack playmakers on offense and need to add a substantial threat guy...I dont think we have anybody that really scares D cordinators when watching film....but this Thomas guy

PennSkinsFan · 12-09-2009, 03:53 PM

http://dcprosportsreport.com/2009/12/09/redskins-promote-ganther-to-starter.html

It's official. Even though we caught word a few days ago.

Eknox · 12-10-2009, 01:49 AM

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Originally Posted by SolidSnake84

That being said, i wonder if the skins will use a draft pick on a RB, or will they just go the way of trying to fill holes through free agency...

If so please let it be CJ Spiller he's a beast.

Paintrain · 12-10-2009, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Eknox

If so please let it be CJ Spiller he's a beast.

I'm not for us drafting a RB in the 1st or 2nd rounds but I'd LOVE to see Spiller in a Redskins uni.

mlmdub130 · 12-10-2009, 10:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Paintrain

I'm not for us drafting a RB in the 1st or 2nd rounds but I'd LOVE to see Spiller in a Redskins uni.

have you seen noel devine? i think he'll be equal to spilller but available in the 4th/5th round

PennSkinsFan · 12-11-2009, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Paintrain

I'm not for us drafting a RB in the 1st or 2nd rounds but I'd LOVE to see Spiller in a Redskins uni.

Agreed. Unfortunately I think we will take a QB, but I would love to see the Redskins trade down and pick up additional picks and go offensive line. What about UT running back Montario Hardesty? he may fall to second or third round?

SmootSmack · 12-09-2009, 09:23 AM

Ganther has been a pleasant surprise. I think there's a comfort level he and Smith have with each other from their Titans' days. No matter who starts, Ganther and Rock will essentially split about 20 carries right down the middle I think. The one guy who has fallen behind is Mason. He's still struggling in pass protection and he doesn't hit the hole as hard as the other two.

mlmdub130 · 12-09-2009, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Ganther has been a pleasant surprise. I think there's a comfort level he and Smith have with each other from their Titans' days. No matter who starts, Ganther and Rock will essentially split about 20 carries right down the middle I think. The one guy who has fallen behind is Mason. He's still struggling in pass protection and he doesn't hit the hole as hard as the other two.

yeah he looks obviously behind, i was never sure on him, but rooted for him as a local guy. gotta wonder if he had been here this whole time what kind of progress he might have made.

12-09-2009, 12:31 AM	#1
tryfuhl Gamebreaker Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Waldorf, MD Age: 41 Posts: 12,514	Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview This came from yesterday, so things like Suisham are already known. You have to be able to count on your kicker, you don't know if you're going to get the TD running or passing so you have to count on the FG scoring points.. "If he can't make the kick, then the problem is, you need to get another kicker.." Big game for DT, thinks that DT is recognizing his potential, needs to continue working hard so that he can play smarter, same with Davis Jason is trusting that the 3 young pass catchers should be where they're supposed to and be able to catch it Replacing Sellers in the gameplan may not be an issue, Jonathan Evans isn't ready, instead of just putting someone out there, maybe just a singleback/3 wr type set will give us a better chance to win, we have Yoder and Larenzo to do TE type duties Line did a good job last week and they should do the same this week Good possibility to start Ganther -- Who the better run is should get it, Ganther finishes runs off a bit better, it's about what he's doing, not about what Rock isn't and that you've got to do what will give the team the best chance to win. (I've seen the quote "It isn't about what Rock wants" thrown around a bit, it was in response to the question about Rock having been here for awhile and finally getting the chance). Quinton may get the 10-13 runs and Rock get the 8 or so rather than the other way around This is coming from the Sherman Smith sitdown with KJ part 2 in the video center playlist. CSN Washington: Washington Redskins - Clinton Portis, Jason Campbell, Chris Cooley

12-09-2009, 06:54 AM	#2
perez24 Camp Scrub Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Frederick Posts: 29	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview I wish Cartwright had had a better game but Ganther looked good out there. Why doesn't Yoder play more?

12-09-2009, 08:07 AM	#4
SolidSnake84 Playmaker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Stephens City, VA Posts: 2,947	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview Cartwright just hasn't had the chance in the time he's been here....If he got the chance more often i guarantee he'd up his game. __________________ Time to nut up or shut up

12-09-2009, 08:31 AM	#6
Longtimefan Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Germantown, Md. Posts: 4,832	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview A need position at this point with both Portis and Betts on IR. Ganther getting more touches will also enable us to see if we have anything there future wise. He played well with limited chances against NO. The Rock is always going to be solid, but with limitations. I expect Ganther, Rock and Mason to continue sharing the load as they did on Sunday.

12-09-2009, 09:15 AM	#7
SolidSnake84 Playmaker Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Stephens City, VA Posts: 2,947	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview That being said, i wonder if the skins will use a draft pick on a RB, or will they just go the way of trying to fill holes through free agency... __________________ Time to nut up or shut up

12-09-2009, 03:53 PM	#9
PennSkinsFan Impact Rookie Join Date: Aug 2005 Age: 54 Posts: 752	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview http://dcprosportsreport.com/2009/12/09/redskins-promote-ganther-to-starter.html It's official. Even though we caught word a few days ago. __________________ DC Pro Sports Report - Home of the Internet's Largest NFL Mock Draft Database. Best Redskins Redskins discussion, theWarpath.net

12-09-2009, 09:23 AM	#14
SmootSmack Uncle Phil Join Date: Feb 2004 Posts: 45,256	Re: Ganther likely to start vs Oakland and other notes from Sherm Smith interview Ganther has been a pleasant surprise. I think there's a comfort level he and Smith have with each other from their Titans' days. No matter who starts, Ganther and Rock will essentially split about 20 carries right down the middle I think. The one guy who has fallen behind is Mason. He's still struggling in pass protection and he doesn't hit the hole as hard as the other two. __________________ You're So Vain...You Probably Think This Sig Is About You

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